My thoughts on the IC-7300 after using it for several days:
1. The tuner is a lot more capable than 3:1. Much better than older Icoms.
2. Achieving correct viewing angle can almost always be corrected by a
little Shop 101.
3. The height of the display is limited to the size of the screen and
that by the size of the radio. That said - the screen is a wonder of
organization of things needed to control a complex system
4. Two antenna ports, video output, receive only antenna port are all
the things you will see in the next step-up model
5. Touch screens allow a hierarchical and updateable organization of
functions and properties - this is a fundamental principle of user
interface design
6. Sit down with say a TS-590SG (Same basic price) and operate for an
hour. Then repeat with IC-7300. You'll instantly see a 20th century
user interface and a 21st century user interface. The IC-7300 will blow
you a way. So much information at your fingertips. The IC-7300 is a
wonderful example of how 21st century technology pervades everything.
(Get used to it)
Fortunately, I have two separate operating positions. The K-Line
occupies my main position. Stocking the second position is always fun.
Been through K2 (best), TS-450, IC-746, TS-590SG, FTdx-1200 (Nice rig)
and now the IC-7300. The 7300 leaves all the other entry level radios
in the dust. It has placed a strong stack in the ground of
technological advancement and will be the pivotal product for the next
10 to 20 years. Just like the K2 was when it hit the market. Even more
like the K3 which was *truly* a pivotal product.
Doug -- K0DXV
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